Hello, I'm so glad you're here.
I'm Stephanie Then, a Registered Clinical Counsellor providing in-person and virtual services. I support individuals aged 18+.
We can find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, lost and numb. Or stuck in repeated patterns of overthinking, people pleasing or challenging relationships. Maybe you are in a life transition, burnt out, coming to terms with adverse childhood experiences or complex relationships. Or perhaps you feel exhausted from fearing failure or not belonging.
We can all lead meaningful lives where our relationships our nourishing and there is a lightness and presence in life that comes with trusting and being ourselves. Sometimes we just need added support in reconnecting with who we really are and our sense of purpose. This is where my role as your therapist is immensely invaluable and rewarding.
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” — Anaïs Nin
The Therapy Process
Sessions will feel like a conversation, where you may consider new patterns and skills, gently uncover emotions and connect with different parts of yourself. It is also a space to process thoughts and experiences.
With self awareness you will understand how your past informs your present, and the shifts needed to move you away from the narratives and patterns that keep you stuck.
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What to Expect
I value humanness and genuine connection, and have a calm and compassionate presence that makes clients feel understood and cared for. I bring an easy-going nature that immediately puts others at ease.
You can expect transparency, autonomy and flexibility and a space where we will work together.
My Approach
My work is neuroaffirming and rooted in attachment and emotion-based theories. I incorporate somatic practices including Brainspotting and parts work. These concepts are integrated with a trauma informed lens, while considering the influence of larger cultural and social contexts on lived experience.
Contact Info & Booking Link
In-Person Counselling
In-person counselling sessions are available in East Vancouver on Thursdays and North Vancouver on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Virtual Counselling
Virtual counselling sessions are available Monday to Thursday and can be booked online.
Complimentary Consultations
I provide free unhurried consultations by phone or virtually so you can have all the information you need.
If you have questions, feel free to email me at sthencounselling@gmail.com.
I'm an inclusive practitioner that welcomes diversity and is culturally sensitive. With a trauma informed, neuroaffirming and intersectional lens, I recognize how the adversity and traumas our bodies carry, gender, sexual orientation, race, culture and society all influence our patterns for coping, our identities, beliefs and relationships.